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About
From its distinctive architecture to its effortless service and genuine hospitality, Great Southern Killarney has been a favorite retreat for over 160 years. After warming yourself by the open fire in our entrance hall, ease into a soft velvet sofa and enjoy afternoon tea. We like to think time slows down just a little at Great Southern Killarney. Enjoy the light as it streams through tall windows, ramble through our gardens, and rest for a while on a secluded bench. Where else are you going to find 6 acres of gardens in the center of a bustling town? This is life at Great Southern Killarney, a Victorian landmark, and one of Ireland’s most beautiful hotels since 1854.
334 Reviews
What Guests Say
- “Everything, this is a great hotel. Location is fabulous, I stayed in teh Jackie kennedy Suite. The food was awesome. The staff was so…”
- “Love our stay at this hotel!This a great location and the staff was friendly and very helpful.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
Room Options
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1/4Railway Residence
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Deluxe King Room with Garden View
- Accessible by lift
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
1/4Superior King Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Deluxe King or Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Kennedy Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Family Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Victorian Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/3Superior Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/2Deluxe Triple Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
1/4Ambassador Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
1/4Grace Kelly Suite
- Accessible by lift
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
1/3Classic King/Twin Room
- Accessible by lift
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
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What Guests Loved
Based on 334 reviews
Pros +
- Everything, this is a great hotel. Location is fabulous, I stayed in teh Jackie kennedy Suite. The food was awesome. The staff was so friendly and helpful.
- Love our stay at this hotel!This a great location and the staff was friendly and very helpful.
- Location was excellent
Cons -
- Windows are drafty in the rooms if the weather is bad.Selection of draught beer is the bar is not great with only 2 beers available.
- Dinner service fine but didn't quite reach expectations. Food was average. Breakfast however fantastic. Would have been nice to have a bath but shower had fantastic water pressure.
- Nothing maybe that the lift was broken whilst we stayed there but that’s only a small issue.
Everything, this is a great hotel. Location is fabulous, I stayed in teh Jackie kennedy Suite. The food was awesome. The staff was so friendly and helpful.
Love our stay at this hotel!This a great location and the staff was friendly and very helpful.
Location was excellent
Windows are drafty in the rooms if the weather is bad.Selection of draught beer is the bar is not great with only 2 beers available.
Huge hotel room & en suite. Lovely atmosphere, beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Beautiful hotel, wonderful staff. Hotel room very comfortable and generously sized. Quiet despite construction work.
Dinner service fine but didn't quite reach expectations. Food was average. Breakfast however fantastic. Would have been nice to have a bath but shower had fantastic water pressure.
Stunning decor, staff were extremely welcoming and friendly and the food was so delicious!
Nothing maybe that the lift was broken whilst we stayed there but that’s only a small issue.
The hotel looked beautiful for Christmas and the staff were so friendly. Location and parking were excellent
It was all good
Great location, beautiful hotel
Leisure facilities were disappointing, run down
Ours was a pre- Christmas stay. After breakfast there was a lovely Christmas atmosphere in reception with a piano player playing and everyone joing in the carol singing!Loved the open fire.... and cosy bar too!
Very Friendly staff lobby lovelyRoom lovely and clean
Food overpriced for qualityRoom was lovely but black sheeting over window Room too hot could not turn off heating
Great location, staff were helpful, cool historic building! Food was excellent too
Loved the hotel - historic but modern. One of the best breakfasts I had in Ireland.Stunning Christmas decoration.
Check in was a bit crowded as many people arrived at the same time and waited in line. No acknowledgment of my Bday which was actually the day we checked in. But no problem.
Hotel was really nice, room recently renovated and very comfortable.
Only flaw was had to walk through a wedding reception to get to the leisure Centre, there should be an alternative route.
Location was perfect
Bathroom wasn’t as advertised.. and cold ..
Location, Irish breakfast and historical character. Aldo, walking distance from the train station.
Hot rooms. Inept staff - at check-in, our reservation was given to another party; restaurant orders were messed up, and, requests to lower the temperature of the room were disregarded, At one point we were advised to turn on the small fan as there are not temperature controls in the room.
Welcoming staff and a cozy and elegant hotel, the room was amazing and the breakfast was delicious!
Beautiful building , rooms very nice
No sparkling water or Murphy’s stout in hotel bar
Breakfast was nice
The fact we could not check into our room until 5pm!!! Absolutely ridiculous we had to cancel our dinner reservations over it as we wouldn’t have been ready in time and they had no other times available.
We had the most incredible stay at the Great Southern Killarney. The staff went above and beyond at every turn — the service was truly exceptional. Breakfast was the best I’ve ever experienced. Antique teapots with GSH were a real authentic highlight. The team in Brownes Bar really made our trip feel special with fantastic cocktails. Concierge Sean was especially helpful and added so much to our stay. The hotel itself is the best I’ve experienced anywhere in the world. It has beautiful old‑world charm, luxurious bathrooms, and thoughtful touches throughout. We loved the late 12pm checkout, and the pool and steam room were perfect for unwinding.We were celebrating our 1st wedding anniversary, and the Great Southern made it unforgettable. We can’t wait to return.
Some construction work taking place at the hotel was a bit loud at times. The fish and chip haddock lunch portion was extremely small we were disappointed.
Beautiful hotel
Would have liked if our anniversary was marked especially after sending email re same and choosing the great southern to stay in
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Kids' pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
Business facilities
- Business Center
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Personal trainer
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 12:00 PM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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Town Centre, Killarney
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